Ticket sales for the 2025 Champions Trophy final saw over 1,00,000 people in queue, selling out within hours. High demand followed India's semi-final win against Australia. Tickets ranged from AED 250 to AED 12,000. Turnout at the Dubai International Stadium has been strong, with nearly a full house during matches against Pakistan and Australia.
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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the admit cards for the CA Intermediate and Final May 2025 exams on its eServices portal. Candidates can log in using their SSP ID and password to download the hall tickets, which include crucial exam details. Foundation-level admit cards will be released in late April.
Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee criticized both the BJP and Congress for repeatedly disrupting parliamentary proceedings. He accused the two parties of marginalizing smaller parties and hindering democratic discourse, stating that the House's functioning depends solely on their whims. Banerjee highlighted the challenges faced by smaller parties who are unable to voice their concerns due to the disruptions.
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, aged 92, passed away in New Delhi. He was admitted to AIIMS hospital and is recognised for being a key architect of India's economic reforms during his tenure as finance minister (1991-1996). Tributes from leaders highlight his significant contributions to the nation's governance.
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Prithvi Shaw's exclusion from the Vijay Hazare Trophy squad sparked controversy after the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) cited disciplinary issues and poor fitness as reasons. An MCA official revealed that Shaw's on-field performance was hampered by his fitness, and his attitude has drawn complaints from teammates. Shaw's frequent late-night partying and disregard for training regimens further fueled the MCA's decision.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif pledged to surpass India in development during a public rally, asserting his commitment to making Pakistan a great nation. Emphasizing the need for peace and terrorism control, he highlighted the dedication to balanced progress across all regions, including south Punjab.
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